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Time(시간)

2018South Korea
CorruptionDeathForbidden LoveInvestigationMelodramaMysteryPower StruggleRevengeRich Man-Poor WomanSlight RomanceTearjerkerTrauma

Following a devastating incident, two individuals who are complete opposites, Seol Ji Hyun, an upbeat and sociable woman, and Cheon Soo Ho, a wealthy and irritable CEO, find their lives intertwined

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Recommendation: Tracer similar to Time
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Tracer(트레이서)

2022South Korea
CorruptionDeathInvestigationMysteryPower StruggleRevengeActionBrave Male LeadConfident Male LeadDramaMiniseriesSchemeSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Corruption, Death, Investigation, Mystery, Power Struggle, and Revenge themes with a 30% similarity match.

Hwang Dong Joo holds the position of head of division 5 in the tax department of the National Tax Service. He dedicates himself to uncovering concealed funds to ensure tax compliance. His team consists of Seo Hye Young, known for her cheerful demeanor, and his superior, Oh Young. On the other hand, In Tae Joon serves as the director of a local tax office. He is a driven individual who has climbed the ranks through dishonest and unlawful means, all while displaying an arrogant attitude.

Recommendation: Flying Tiger similar to Time
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Flying Tiger(飛虎之潛行極戰)

2018Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRevengeSlight RomanceActionMultiple Mains

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, and Slight Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

When he was younger, Ko Yat Tai took on a task to infiltrate the triads as an undercover agent. The daughter of the triad leader, Lou Man Na, fell in love with him at first sight. Despite Ko Yat Tai's feelings for Lee Ying Lan, he pretended to be in a relationship with Lou Man Na to crack the case. This led to his rapid advancement within the triad. During a clash between triads, Ko Yat Tai took down Lou Man Na's enemies, but her fate remained uncertain. Nip Yu Hong, Ko Yat Tai's close friend, was aware of his involvement with Lou Man Na and their son Ko Ka Long. Ko Yat Tai brought Ko Ka Long home, while Lee Ying Lan gave birth to Ko Ka Chu. Ko Ka Long did not receive fatherly affection due to the circumstances, and Ko Ka Chu faced many challenges without being pampered by Ko Yat Tai. The half-brothers harbored grudges as they grew up, each forming a mentor-like relationship with Nip Yu Hong. As Ko Yat Tai, now a Superintendent, prepared for a prestigious ceremony, he unknowingly became entangled in a revenge plan that had been brewing for thirty years.

Recommendation: The Scale of Providence similar to Time
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The Scale of Providence(신의 저울)

2008South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRevengeBrothers' RelationshipRomance

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 29% similarity match.

Jang Joon Ha is a man driven by a desire for revenge. In a single day, he lost the two individuals who mattered most to him. His brother, Young Ha, was falsely accused of a crime he did not commit, and the woman he cherished was killed, with his brother being the main suspect. As an attorney, Joon Ha embarks on a quest to establish that another person was responsible for the crime.

Recommendation: Flower Is Not Flower similar to Time
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Flower Is Not Flower(花非花)

2002China
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 29% similarity match.

This narrative follows the experiences of a young woman named Xiang Qing, who was sexually assaulted by her stepfather

Recommendation: Black Familia: Shindoke no Fukushu similar to Time
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Black Familia: Shindoke no Fukushu(ブラックファミリア~新堂家の復讐~)

2023Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeDramaFamilyMiniseries

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 27% similarity match.

What led to the tragic death of the young girl? The mother enters into a romantic relationship with the tycoon's father. The father takes on the role of the tycoon's wife's hairdresser. The uncle becomes the Korean teacher for the tycoon's daughter. Meanwhile, the sister investigates the tycoon's son as a journalist. Disguising themselves, the high school girl's family infiltrates the tycoon's life to uncover the truth behind her untimely demise. Along the way, they unearth shocking secrets in their quest for justice in this tale of deception and vengeance. (YTV)

Recommendation: City of the Sun (2015) similar to Time
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City of the Sun (2015)(태양의 도시)

2015South Korea
CorruptionInvestigationMelodramaMysteryNovel AdaptationDramaLaw

Like Time, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Melodrama, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kang Tae Yang strives to uphold his values as he navigates the corruption present in the construction firm he is employed at, as well as the regulatory body that profits from this wrongdoing.

Recommendation: Hunting similar to Time
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Hunting(猎狐)

2020China
CorruptionDeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeDebtEconomicsRomanceSlight ComedySuicideSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Corruption, Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 26% similarity match.

Recognized for his outstanding work, Xia Yuan is a promising figure in law enforcement. However, his reputation is put to the test when a surge of economic crimes emerges from the turbulent stock market. Pursuing the culprits behind these illicit activities, Xia Yuan crosses paths with his rival, the wealthy businessman Wang Bolin. Determined to take down his adversary, Xia Yuan forms a team of experts to locate Wang Bolin and hold him accountable. Uncovering a complex network of powerful corporations, criminal organizations, and international offenses, the team faces a challenging task ahead. With a skilled team by his side, Xia Yuan launches a global operation to capture the perpetrators of corruption. Yet, the question remains whether their efforts will be sufficient to bring the mastermind to justice.

Recommendation: Luoyang similar to Time
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Luoyang(风起洛阳)

2021China
CorruptionInvestigationMysteryRevengeSlight RomanceNovel AdaptationConspiracyEmperor Wu ZetianHistoricalTang DynastyThrillerWrongfully AccusedWu Zhou Dynasty

Like Time, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Deputy Marshal Gao Bing Zhu is under suspicion for a crime and must clear his name. During his investigation, he crosses paths with Baili Hong Yi, who is on a quest to uncover the truth about his father's death. Together, they work to solve both mysteries. A wealthy woman skilled in martial arts approaches Gao for information, despite their social differences and initial animosity, they team up. As they delve deeper into their investigation, they stumble upon a shocking conspiracy that puts Luoyang at risk and leaves Gao with blood on his hands.

Recommendation: Cheo Yong similar to Time
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Cheo Yong(처용)

2014South Korea
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeSlight RomanceAttempted MurderAttempted SuicideDramaGhost-seeing Male LeadInchoate CrimeMurderSpirit PossessionSupernatural

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yun Cheo Yong has possessed the ability to see spirits since he was born. Previously the top officer in the violent crimes division, he experienced a traumatic event seven years ago that resulted in the loss of both his family and his partner, prompting him to leave his position. Currently, he serves as a district police officer, but he lacks any desire or motivation to connect with others; feeling “starved for love,” he lives in complete solitude. One day, he unexpectedly responds to the ghost of a high school girl, leading to a series of complications. The series follows Cheo Yong as he teams up with his female detective partner and the ghostly girl to unravel intriguing mysteries.

Recommendation: Maou similar to Time
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Maou(魔王)

2008Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeSlight RomanceClassmates' RelationshipCrime Against MoralityDouble IdentityDramaSchool SettingSupernaturalSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Naruse Ryo is a skilled lawyer known for his ability to win cases for his clients. He takes on cases for those in need and provides free legal defense, earning him the nickname "angel attorney." However, this compassionate facade hides his true motive: seeking revenge on the person who killed his younger brother 11 years ago. In reality, he is a relentless seeker of vengeance, earning him the title of "Devil King." (TBS)

Recommendation: Vagabond similar to Time
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Vagabond(배가본드)

2019South Korea
CorruptionDeathMysteryPower StruggleRevengeActionBlackmailConspiracyCrimeNational Intelligence ServiceSlow Burn RomanceSmart Male LeadTeamworkThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Corruption, Death, Mystery, Power Struggle, and Revenge themes with a 24% similarity match.

Cha Dal Gun, heartbroken over the tragic loss of his nephew in an enigmatic plane accident, sets out on a mission to reveal the hidden truths surrounding a significant cover-up. Go Hae Ri, the eldest child of a deceased marine, aspired for an uncomplicated existence but finds herself becoming an agent for the National Intelligence Service (NIS). Their journeys intersect as they unravel a network of corruption associated with the incident.

Recommendation: Gonzo similar to Time
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Gonzo(ゴンゾウ)

2008Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryTraumaDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMiniseriesMurderPsychological

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Trauma themes with a 24% similarity match.

Formerly a top detective, Kuroki's career was derailed by a traumatic case, leading to his reassignment to a different department where he now spends his days in idleness. However, a new case emerges that offers him the opportunity to reclaim his detective status. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: The Master of Revenge similar to Time
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The Master of Revenge(마스터 - 국수의 신)

2016South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRevengeAdapted From A ManhwaChef Male LeadCookingDramaFood

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 24% similarity match.

A man, stripped of his identity and existence, is on a quest for vengeance. To achieve this, he must strive to become an expert in noodle preparation, or a deity in the art of noodles.

Recommendation: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to Time
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeNovel AdaptationDramaMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 24% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

Recommendation: The Quiz Show similar to Time
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The Quiz Show(ザ・クイズショウ)

2008Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeAmnesiaEccentric Male LeadGamePsychologicalSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 22% similarity match.

The television series "The Quiz Show" showcases troubled individuals over twelve episodes, all connected by the mysterious dynamic between the unconventional Producer and enigmatic Host. Each episode begins with the Producer and Host in a dim psychiatric facility - the Producer appearing composed and resilient, while the Host appears frail and suffering from amnesia. This eerie introduction transitions into the surreal game show set of "The Quiz Show". Every week, a new participant arrives to compete on the show, unaware that a dark secret from their past will be examined throughout the game. Each contestant embodies one of the Seven Deadly Sins - pride, gluttony, wrath, greed, sloth, lust, and envy - concealing their true nature behind a sinful act they have committed. As the Host poses seven questions to the contestants, they are gradually compelled to disclose the details of their transgressions. Will they succumb to the pressure and deceive, or will the truth about their unforgivable deeds ultimately liberate them?

Recommendation: Guilty Akuma to Keiyakushita Onna similar to Time
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Guilty Akuma to Keiyakushita Onna(ギルティ 悪魔と契約した女)

2010Japan
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRevengeDifficult AdulthoodDramaFilmed AbroadOpposites AttractRomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 22% similarity match.

Working at a pet grooming salon in Shirogane, Nogami Meiko caters to a clientele of celebrity dog enthusiasts. Known for her attentive service and proven skills, Meiko is highly respected by both customers and colleagues. Despite her seemingly tranquil life, Meiko harbors a hidden agenda of seeking revenge for a past incident. At the age of 19, she faced imprisonment for a murder charge, but there are layers to the story that have yet to be uncovered. As she prepares to carry out her plan, Meiko crosses paths with a man named Mashima Takuro. His presence brings out a different side of her, sparking a sense of intrigue and mystery. Will he prove to be an unexpected complication in her quest for vengeance, or a necessary reckoning?

Recommendation: Tracer Season 2 similar to Time
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Tracer Season 2(트레이서 시즌 2)

2022South Korea
CorruptionInvestigationMysteryRevengeActionConfident Male LeadDramaMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 22% similarity match.

Dong Joo is still on the path to uncover the truth about his father's death. Tae Joon is now leading the NTS with great ambition. Dong Joo discovers a connection between Tae Joon and his father's demise and strives to gather more proof. Meanwhile, Bureau Five remains focused on cracking down on tax evasion, secret funds, and corrupt dealings among high-ranking government figures. Will Dong Joo and his team be able to successfully complete their mission?

Recommendation: Criminal Scene similar to Time
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Criminal Scene(刑侦现场)

2025China
DeathInvestigationMysteryMurderWeb Series

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Detective Captain Gu Zhen heads a team that delves into a string of criminal incidents, unravelling intricate cases through his keen intuition and intellect. Simultaneously, he unearths a plot seeking vengeance from the relatives of a prior victim. In order to safeguard the community and his cherished ones, Gu Zhen faces off against a vindictive foe consumed by malevolence. Ultimately, righteousness triumphs, and wrongdoers face the consequences they merit. (WeTV)

Recommendation: Super Snoops similar to Time
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Super Snoops(荃加福祿壽探案)

2011Hong Kong
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryComedyDrama

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Taiyo wa Shizumanai similar to Time
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Taiyo wa Shizumanai(太陽は沈まない)

2000Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryDeath Of A MotherMedical

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Nao frequently finds himself in confrontations and stands up for his mother, who tragically passes away. Believing that the hospital may be at fault for her death, he seeks legal counsel to uncover the truth. In his quest for answers, Nao develops feelings for the hospital owner's daughter.

Recommendation: Natsu no Himitsu similar to Time
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Natsu no Himitsu(夏の秘密)

2009Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryLawMurder

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Kiho, the daughter of a prominent company president, is romantically involved with a high-profile attorney named Ryuichi. Their plans for marriage are abruptly halted when law enforcement officers arrive to apprehend Ryuichi on suspicion of murder. Authorities believe that he was involved in a relationship with a woman from the historic district and resorted to violence when the situation became complicated. Despite the accusations, Ryuichi maintains his innocence. In an effort to clear his name, Kiho relocates to the old town and launches her own inquiry into the matter.

Recommendation: Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri Season 2 similar to Time
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Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri Season 2(執事 西園寺の名推理2)

2019Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesMurder

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

Saionji Hajime is employed by the affluent Ijuuin family and graduated as the top student from a prestigious butler academy in London. He excels in housekeeping, mansion management, martial arts, and possesses a wide range of knowledge in various subjects such as science and history. Saionji has built a strong bond of trust with Yuriko, the widow of the Ijuuin family patriarch. He is known for following Yuriko's requests and taking on challenging investigations independently. Despite being primarily a butler, Saionji has proven his investigative skills by successfully solving complex mysteries using his expertise and abilities.

Recommendation: Darker Season 2 similar to Time
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Darker Season 2(暗黑者2)

2015China
DeathInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceAttempted SuicideMurderSerial KillingsSlight ComedySlight HorrorSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Following their defeat by Darker, the special task force is at a loss. With their captain implicated in a murder and Darker still at large, they decide to shift their focus to an old hostage case. While digging through old records, they uncover the true identity of Darker and a potential police cover-up. Identifying the culprit and the victim proves to be more challenging than expected. The team must act swiftly to find the real criminal before Darker eliminates them one by one.

Recommendation: D.I.E. similar to Time
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D.I.E.(古靈精探)

2008Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceComedyMurderPolice Department SettingSupernaturalSupernatural PhenomenaSupernatural PowerTelepathy

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The Death Investigation Extension (D.I.E.) is a specialized unit within the police department tasked with investigating unresolved cases from various divisions. Established to assist individuals who were dismissed by their superiors, D.I.E. is led by Yu Tze Long, a member known for his exceptional extrasensory perception. Utilizing his unique abilities, Yu Tze Long helps to unravel mysteries, giving voice to the deceased in the process.

Recommendation: Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa similar to Time
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Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa(消せない『私』―復讐の連鎖―)

2024Japan
InvestigationMysteryRevengeTraumaNovel AdaptationAttempted SuicideCyberbullyingDramaFlashback To PastSchool BullyingSocial Media

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, and Trauma themes with a 21% similarity match.

Shoko Haibara is a typical high school student who crosses paths with Jin Tokumichi, a beauty YouTuber, and makes an appearance on his channel. Her newfound fame leads to jealousy among some of her classmates, who set up a scheme to humiliate Shoko by filming a violation and sharing it online, causing a backlash of hate towards her. To make matters worse, a suspicious fire destroys her home and takes the lives of her parents. With nowhere else to go, Shoko moves in with her grandmother to start anew. A decade later, Shoko's life is still in shambles, and she contemplates suicide until she sees her former classmates living happily on TV. Instead of ending her life, Shoko decides to seek revenge on those who wronged her, enlisting the help of Jin, who has since left the world of online videos to pursue his own business ventures.

Recommendation: Mysterious Personal Shopper similar to Time
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Mysterious Personal Shopper(인형의 집)

2018South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRevengeBetrayalDouble IdentityFamily RelationshipFriendshipOptimistic Female LeadRich Female LeadSoap Opera

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 21% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the themes of love, friendship, and treachery involving two women: Hong Se Yeon and Eun Kyung Hye. Hong Se Yeon, a personal shopper, is an extroverted and optimistic individual who ultimately faces betrayal from those she held dear. This leads her to seek revenge against those who wronged her. On the other hand, Eun Kyung Hye, the sole heir of a CEO, appears to lead a flawless life; however, she grapples with an intense fear of abandonment. This anxiety manifests as an impulse control disorder, causing her to act compulsively.

Recommendation: Ima kara Anata wo Kyouhaku Shimasu similar to Time
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Ima kara Anata wo Kyouhaku Shimasu(今からあなたを脅迫します)

2017Japan
CorruptionInvestigationMysteryRevengeNovel AdaptationBlackmailComedyCrimeMiniseriesNice Female LeadPsychological

Like Time, this drama also features Corruption, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 21% similarity match.

Attractive Senkawa Kanji is a formidable figure who tackles cases that have stumped the authorities by exploiting people's vulnerabilities and using intimidating language. On the other hand, Kanesaka Mio, a kind-hearted young woman from a wealthy background, studies education at a university while working part-time and managing her finances carefully. She has a strong sense of justice and always intervenes when she sees someone in trouble, often getting involved in unexpected situations. Despite their differences, Senkawa and Mio find themselves entangled in various cases together, ranging from fraudulent bank transfers to kidnappings. This unlikely partnership forms the basis of the novel "Ima kara Anata wo Kyouhaku Shimasu" by Namiya Fujiishi.

Recommendation: Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba similar to Time
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Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba(東野圭吾 さまよう刃)

2021Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeNovel AdaptationDramaDruggingFather-Daughter RelationshipGang RapeMiniseriesMurder

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 21% similarity match.

Following the passing of his wife, Shigeki has been raising his daughter, Ema, by himself

Recommendation: Darker Season 3 similar to Time
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Darker Season 3(暗黑者 3)

2019China
DeathInvestigationMysteryComedyMurderPrison Setting

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

The unexpected reappearance of the death notice disrupted Luo Fei's tranquil existence. Simultaneously, the Longyu Group faced harsh suppression from new powers. Meanwhile, Xue Tian's time in prison was anything but peaceful as the disappearance of a mysterious pencil led to a rigorous investigation. Despite the police finding no evidence, a murder occurred. The final showdown between Luo Fei, Darker, and Ahua is imminent, with the hidden truths gradually coming to light.

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In the Name of the Law(因法之名)

2019China
DeathInvestigationMysteryLawMurderProsecutor Female Lead

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Xu Zhi Yi's spouse was brutally murdered, leading to the death of the assistant captain during an attempt to apprehend Xu Zhi Yi, who resisted arrest. The narrative revolves around an unjust conviction and the involvement of two successive generations of prosecutors. Investigator Ge Da Jie and his superior Chou Mu were instructed to solve the case concerning the demise of Liu Sha Sha. All clues pointed towards Xu Zhi Yi as the perpetrator, a belief shared by Liu Sha Sha's mother as well. Following Chou Mu's tragic death while pursuing Xu Zhi Yi, Ge Da Jie mourns the loss of a comrade and strengthens his conviction of Xu Zhi Yi's guilt. Due to personal motives, Chen Qian He ignores suspicious thumbprints he encounters. Despite some doubts from prosecutor Zou Xiong, Xu Zhi Yi is ultimately sentenced to jail. Unbeknownst to them, their actions set off a chain of events affecting two generations.

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Zhe Ge Sha Shou Bu Gai Xu Qiu(这个杀手不改需求)

2022China
DeathInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceAdapted From A WebtoonArtist Female LeadComedyConspiracyHistoricalMurderShort Length SeriesSkilled Killer

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Have you ever encountered a client who drove you up the wall with their constant contract revisions? Renowned female artist Qiu Wang Yan is experiencing premature hair loss due to the stress caused by her difficult client

Recommendation: The Justice (2023) similar to Time
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The Justice (2023)(宣判)

2023China
DeathInvestigationMysteryLawMurderWeb Series

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Upon assuming his position, Qi Heng, the vice president of the Qizhou Intermediate People's Court, delved into the intricate "fishing boat murder case" by scrutinizing the survivors' testimonies for inconsistencies. Concurrently, the "Jiang Yun Chemical Group" owned by Luo Huai Gong is causing severe illnesses among villagers residing near the factory. Surprisingly, these two cases will soon intertwine in an unexpected manner.

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Abyssal Gardenia(深渊栀子)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeDramaFilmed VerticallyHidden IdentityKarmaRetributionShort Length SeriesVengeful Female LeadWeb Series

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 20% similarity match.

Three affluent individuals engage in workplace hazing that leads to a fatal outcome. Leveraging their wealth and influence to conceal information regarding their malicious actions, they believe they are immune to consequences. Their reckoning arrives in the guise of an enchanting, alluring woman on a mission for retribution.

Recommendation: The Whole Truth (2024) similar to Time
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The Whole Truth (2024)(真相背后)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMysteryDetective Male LeadMurderWeb Series

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

In the quiet streets of a coastal town, a shocking murder occurred late at night. Guan Jing Tang, a respected elder in the community, was found brutally murdered in his own home. Detective Captain An Ping was swiftly put on the case, with assistance from Shang Jie, a talented graduate from the local police academy. Together, they meticulously investigated the murder, uncovering a web of conflicting clues including a missing sum of money, a mysterious woman in a red dress, blood-red floral patterns, and complex family dynamics within the Guan household. As they dug deeper, they discovered a series of related murders, all connected to Guan Jing Tang. Feeling the pressure mounting, An Ping and Shang Jie decided to revisit the case from the beginning, leading them to an old, unsolved mystery that had ties to An Ping's mentor, who happened to be Shang Jie's late father. Through their relentless efforts, An Ping was able to unravel the truth behind the murders, exposing the twisted motives of the culprit and bringing them to justice. In the process, Shang Jie found closure for her past and chose to follow in her father's footsteps by teaming up with An Ping to fight crime together.

Recommendation: Take Two similar to Time
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Take Two(換命真相)

2021Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMysteryFantasyReincarnationSupernatural Being

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Numerous individuals perish when the traditional Wai Lei Building suddenly crumbles. Engineer Sze Kwong has inspected the structure and believes there is more to the collapse than meets the eye. As he delves deeper into the incident, his girlfriend Cheung Man, a lawyer for a property developer, dies in a car accident. Shortly after, his half-sister Auyeung Ka Shun, who shares the same father, also meets a tragic end. Sze Kwong himself is silenced. However, he is granted a second chance by some higher power and is transported back in time before the building collapsed. Determined to uncover the truth and prevent the disaster, Sze Kwong suspects property developer Hong Wing Yan and his mentor Ying Yiu Wa are involved. In order to protect Cheung Man and Ka Chun, Sze Kwong decides to keep his relationship with his sister a secret and refrains from dating Cheung Man, instead watching over them discreetly.

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D.I.D. 12(刑偵12)

2025Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMysteryCrimeMurderSerial Killings

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Eccentric investigator Hing Hoi and police superintendent Ding Lok Fung share similar backgrounds but have trodden different paths in life. Their paths converge when a series of murders bring them together to catch the culprit. As they delve into the case, Hing Hoi reluctantly seeks assistance from psychologist Yeung Chi Fei, his old adversary. Together, they discover that the murderer is part of a larger group of assassins who operate through a mysterious website promoting a new interpretation of the seven deadly sins. The trio races against time to stop the killers from targeting individuals who have committed these sins, with their ultimate goal being the entire society. Hing Hoi is unexpectedly confronted with a painful past, plunging him into inner turmoil. Yeung Chi Fei is shocked to find a connection between the case and her mentor, university professor Fu Yeung Shan. Meanwhile, Ding Lok Fung uncovers a hidden conspiracy involving his sister, Ding Siu Wan, who has returned from overseas, forcing him to make a difficult choice between justice and family.

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Uramiya Honpo(怨み屋本舗)

2006Japan
InvestigationMysteryRevengeAdapted From A MangaDetective Supporting CharacterDrama

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An enigmatic woman seeks retribution for those who have suffered unjustly... And does so in a manner that ensures no trace is left behind. (cdjapan.co.jp) Based on the manga "Uramiya Honpo" by Shosho Kurihara.

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Uramiya Honpo Reboot(怨み屋本舗 REBOOT)

2009Japan
InvestigationMysteryRevengeAdapted From A MangaDetective Supporting CharacterDrama

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Detective Yadorogi Satoshi discovers the existence of Uramiya, a secretive individual who specializes in settling grudges. Uramiya offers services to seek revenge on behalf of paying clients, which can involve causing harm or embarrassment to the intended target. She is assisted by a team of four individuals: an anonymous information gatherer, a devoted otaku named Shiwasuda Takeomi, high school student Sugikawa Rina, and a notorious womanizer named Shu. Despite Detective Yadorogi's attempts to alert his colleagues at the police bureau about Uramiya's activities, he is met with skepticism and disbelief.

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Aoiuso: Kokuhaku no Hokago(アオイウソ〜告白の放課後〜)

2021Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryDeath GameMurderSuicide

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Six high school friends - Masaomi, Sho, Runa, Daichi, Hiyori, and Haruto - met at an elegant Western-style building in response to an invitation from the alumni association. Upon arrival, they were welcomed by a man who appeared to be a butler, but noticed that they were the only guests present. Their confusion was soon dispelled when a flamboyant man, claiming to be the owner of the mansion, introduced himself as the Game Master and proposed a game called "Murder Mystery." The objective? To uncover the culprit behind the death of their classmate, Inoue Honoka, who had tragically passed away five years ago on December 3rd after jumping off the school roof. Although her death had been ruled a suicide following a police investigation, the Game Master insisted that she had been murdered and that one of the six friends was responsible. (PRTIMES)

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Othello (2022)(オセロ)

2022Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeActress Female LeadFriendshipHorrorJealousyMiniseriesSupernaturalSuspenseThriller

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A small theater group called "ENGINE" is currently rehearsing in a rundown building near Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka. The group's young members, led by actress Yamaguchi Mai, are putting in extra effort to prepare for their upcoming performance in Tokyo. Their current production is "DICE," which is the troupe's most well-known work and was first staged a decade ago. The group's leader, Mr. Shigemori, is particularly excited about the Tokyo performance but is starting to feel dissatisfied with the rehearsals. However, everything changes when Mai comes across a VHS tape labeled "DICE" in the company's archives. This tape contains footage from the original performance ten years ago. After watching the tape, Mai and her friends start experiencing strange and unexplainable events around them.

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Madder: Sono Jiken, Watashi ga Hannin desu(MADDER(マダー)その事件、ワタシが犯人です)

2025Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryGenius Female LeadMurderTeenager Female Lead

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Nakano Akane, a gifted high school student, gains admission to Seiran Gakuen, a prestigious school known for its high deviation score and high rate of students accepted into Tokyo University. She achieves perfect scores in all subjects on the entrance exam, a first in the school's history. Despite her intelligence, Akane finds the world mundane and lacks a sense of purpose. However, her life takes a thrilling turn when she becomes involved in a murder case in the city and crosses paths with Kurokawa Yu, a young man suspected of being the culprit. Intrigued by the world of crime, Akane begins to stir up trouble at school, leading to a series of small incidents. Eventually, a real murder occurs on campus, sparking a chain of unprecedented events that send shockwaves throughout Japan.

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Late Night Hospital(심야병원)

2011South Korea
DeathInvestigationMysteryMedicalMiniseriesMurder

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Heo Joon (Yoon Tae Young) works as a physician. His spouse was murdered by an unknown assailant right before his eyes. Following the tragic incident, he resigned from his position at a university hospital and is on a quest to find his wife’s murderer. To aid in his pursuit, he establishes a clandestine clinic that operates at night. Hong Na Kyung (Ryu Hyun Kyung) serves as a surgeon at Heo Joon’s clinic. [koreandrama.org]

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Ghost(유령)

2012South Korea
CorruptionDeathInvestigationMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHidden IdentityMurderPolice Department SettingSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

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Kim Woo Hyun is the sole child of a senior police official. He enrolled in the police academy, achieving the top rank, and graduated with the highest honors as well. Following this, he became a detective in the cyber investigation unit. Woo Hyun dedicates his efforts to uncovering the hidden truths of individuals lurking in the digital realm.

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Hidden Identity(신분을 숨겨라)

2015South Korea
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeCriminal OrganizationDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMurderPhysically Strong Female LeadTeamworkUndercover Agent Female LeadUndercover Agent Male Lead

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the investigative unit known as Number 5, which was specifically established to tackle crime head-on through methods such as surveillance, wiretapping, monitoring communications, and undercover operations. This clandestine police division pushes the boundaries of legality in its quest to combat crime and is an addition to the current divisions focused on criminal investigations, special inquiries, criminal matters, and white-collar offenses.

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Lady-X(레이디 엑스)

2024South Korea
InvestigationMysteryRevengeFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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In a motel room, a man is bound and a woman wields an axe. The woman is Lee Yun I, a detective who hunts down and eliminates sex offenders during the night. Driven by the tragic memory of her mother's murder, she seeks out sex offenders using police data and takes matters into her own hands. As the Special Crimes Team 3 delves deeper into their investigation, Park Jeong Won begins to suspect Yun I. With another murder occurring, the situation takes an unexpected turn.

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Hanzai Shokogun(犯罪症候群 Season 1)

2017Japan
DeathInvestigationMysteryRevengeNovel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Supporting CharacterFormer Detective Male LeadMurderSuicideSuspenseThriller

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 20% similarity match.

Muto Takashi, a former police detective, resorts to unconventional methods to solve challenging cases that the police struggle with. His colleague, Kaburagi Wataru, supports him, while Tamaki oversees the special missions entrusted to Muto. The drama delves into the moral dilemma of whether seeking revenge is justified. In Season 1, the series follows Muto's quest for vengeance after his younger sister was killed by a juvenile perpetrator who escaped punishment. However, when the culprit unexpectedly takes his own life, Muto confronts the dark side of his desire for retribution and decides to leave the police force. A year later, he reemerges to tackle cases that the police are unable to handle, at the behest of Tamaki.

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The Fearless(靈異街11號)

2019Taiwan
DeathInvestigationMysterySlight RomanceGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadMurderParanormalSupernaturalSuspenseThrillerWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like Time, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

After a former criminal was unexpectedly granted the ability to see spirits, his life took a dramatic turn. Spirits sought his assistance one by one, beginning with the deceased. What messages were they trying to convey to him?

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True Lie(金爱演真探团)

2020Taiwan
DeathInvestigationMysteryDramaMurderPolice Department Setting

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The club members observed Ju Gan appearing distressed as he grappled with a challenging case. Recognizing the importance of finding the deceased individual, Ju Gan asked the club members to participate in a reenactment of the crime scene, with each person taking on the role of the victim, in the hopes of advancing the investigation. Following a murder in the vicinity, a vendor of a fruit stand utilized her expertise with knives to support the police in uncovering inconsistencies in the suspect's recounting of events. Through her assistance and Ju Gan's leadership, the club members successfully resolved the case.

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Call of the Country(국가가 부른다)

2010South Korea
InvestigationMysteryRich Man-Poor WomanComedyEccentric Female LeadRomance

Like Time, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and Rich Man-Poor Woman themes with a 20% similarity match.

Oh Ha Na is an underappreciated police officer who does not possess a strong sense of responsibility and thinks it is acceptable to break the rules to reach her goals. She encounters Go Jin Hyuk, a top intelligence operative, and they immediately conflict due to their contrasting ethical views. Their initial animosity conceals a budding romantic interest, but this progression is complicated by the presence of Choi Eun Seo, Jin Hyuk's former love. (Dramabeans)

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Avalanche(アバランチ)

2021Japan
CorruptionInvestigationMysteryRevengeActionAge GapAge GapAggressive Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadHidden PastMorally Ambiguous Male LeadSecret Organization

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Rewritten text: Habu Seiichi belongs to the enigmatic rebel organization Avalanche, which operates during a period of widespread ethical dilemmas within the political, bureaucratic, and business spheres, as well as among the general population.